Spc. Matthew Warren Ward Obituary

Spc. Matthew Warren Ward, age 23, of Fort Stewart passed away on Saturday, June 6, 2009, in Hinesville following a sudden illness.
Funeral services are scheduled for Sunday, June 14, 2009, at 3 p.m. at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1397 Thompson Bridge Road, Gainesville, Ga. 30501, with interment to follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Pastor Brian Gower will officiate. The family will receive friends on Saturday, June 13, 2009, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home.
Spc. Ward was born June 6, 1986, in Fort Bragg, N.C. to Scott Warren Ward and Virginia Lewis Ward. He was serving in the Army in 632nd Maint Co, 87th CSSB, Fort Stewart. Matthew was a member of Center Barnstead Christian Church in Barnstead, N.H. and was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Charles R. Lewis; maternal stepgrandfather, T.J. England; paternal stepgrandfather, William Valentyne; and his uncle, Richard H. Lewis.
Spc. Ward is survived by his father and wife, Scott W. and Donna Ward of Pittsfield, N.H.; mother, Virginia Lewis of Gainesville; brothers, Evan Ward and Wesley Ward, both of Pittsfield, N.H. and Andrew Ward of Gainesville; sister and brother-in-law, Melissa and Sam McKeen of Pittsfield, N.H.; paternal grandfather and wife, Bradley W. and Mary Ward of Port Charlotte, Fla.; paternal grandmother, June Valentyne of Pittsfield, N.H.; paternal great-grandfather and wife, Wendell F. and Cleo Bennett of Largo, Fla.; maternal grandmother, Joyce C. England of Gainesville; and a number of aunts, uncles, and cousins.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Center Barnstead Christian Church, P.O. Box 190, Center Barnstead, N.H. 03225.
Memorial Park Funeral Home, 2030 Memorial Park Road, Gainesville, Ga. 30504 is in charge of arrangements.

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Published by gainesvilletimes.com on Jun. 11, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Spc. Matthew Warren Ward

12 Entries

Annie

June 14, 2009

I also did not know your son, however keep finding myself coming back to his page. I just wanted to say Thank You. I am sorry for your loss, especially on a day that you were expecting to be thinking of him by sending birthday wishes. My heart goes out to your family. God Bless

Sandra Reed

June 13, 2009

Sissy, may you feel God's presence in your time of loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Lindsay Austin

June 13, 2009

Matthew was a wonderful person with a warm, sweet spirit. He will be missed, but the memory of his overwhelming smile and loving personality will continue on in the hearts of those who knew him. May God give you peace and comfort in this time of grief.

Phillip &Jenny Rogers

June 12, 2009

I know there aren't any words that can comfort the loss of Matt, we were only friends in the online world. I can confidently say that Matt touched the hearts of us all. So sorry for your loss. My prayers go out to you and your family in this time of sadness.

Liz

June 12, 2009

I didn't know Matthew, I only knew him through his brother Evan. I wanted to let you know that you have a wonderful son, for him to protect his country. Keep hold of all the memories of him, he will be with you in spirit. Thank you for sharing your son.

kendra

June 12, 2009

I didn't know your son, I clicked a wrong button and there he was. I can't leave this site without saying how sorry I am for the loss of your loved one. His dedication and service to our country is something that I wish I had been able to thank him for, Thank you for raising a boy to be a man who would take on the tasks of defending and protecting not only his family and freinds, but also the rest of us who were nameless to him. We too owe him respect and appreciation for his sacrifice. I can only hope that with time your tears will be replaced with wonderful memories and times you shared with Matthew. God Bless you and all of his family.
~kendra & family ~

Jessika J

June 11, 2009

When you lose someone it can be hard to take. The pain that you feel when your heart has to break. The memories you keep are all in your mind as you search your soul to find more, the way their skin felt the smell of their hair as you keep thinking over and shedding a tear. The years may pass the memories fade to grey, but your getting no younger you'll see them someday. Unconditonal love is never forgotten look deep in your heart it is there at the bottom. Alone in the dark sometimes in fear voices from loved ones your hoping to hear. More years pass by, they soon fly by. But your always looked upon from those in the sky. Surrounded by clouds and pure white doves they listen and watch sending you love. Just rememeber one thing as you sit and you pray, they will be there to greet you, you'll see them someday.

Kimberly Tallent

June 11, 2009

Lori- thinking of you...
Kim Westmoreland Tallent

Paul Herriott

June 11, 2009

Matt was one of the very few people i've ever truly felt were good. An upstanding human being with more decency, honesty, and forwardness then most people can muster in a lifetime. Our close friendship was something I treasured and valued above most things in this world... he shall be missed dearly, and will remain a valiant inspiration of doing the right thing, and having the courage to do the right thing for us all. My heart goes out to you in this time of sadness.

June 11, 2009

I am so sorry to hear about Matt's death. He was always so full of energy and life. I will always remember him and his family through Chestatee High School. May God comfort you during this time. Wanda Land

Bubba & Debi Dobbs

June 11, 2009

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Sherry Williams

June 11, 2009

I am so very sorry for your loss. I thank God every day for the amazingly brave men and women who serve our country. May your many memories comfort you during this time of great sadness. Praying for you all.

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